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Republic of Finland

Republic of Finland

3.1
A country in northern Europe that became independent from Russia in 1917
  • proper noun
translation icon : República de Finlandia
  • After declaring independence in 1917, the Republic of Finland established its own government and constitution.

Examples

  • The Republic of Finland celebrates its Independence Day on December 6th each year.

  • The Republic of Finland is known for its high standard of living and beautiful natural landscapes.

  • The Republic of Finland is known for its beautiful landscapes.

  • Did you know that the Republic of Finland has a high standard of living?

  • After declaring independence in 1917, the Republic of Finland established its own government and constitution.

  • The Republic of Finland celebrates its Independence Day on December 6th each year.

  • The Republic of Finland is known for its high standard of living and beautiful natural landscapes.

Synonyms

Finland
vsRepublic of Finland
69 1.0

A country in northern Europe

is the formal official name used in government and legal contexts
Suomi
vsRepublic of Finland
1 9.1

The Finnish name for Finland

is the formal official name used in international and legal contexts

Surface Forms

Republic of Finland main

Morphology

republic + of + Finland

The name 'Republic of Finland' is directly compositional: 'republic' (a state governed by representatives) + 'of' + 'Finland' yields the official republican state of Finland. This is a standard, cross-linguistically common naming pattern for country official names, so a B1 learner who knows the parts will understand the meaning.

Etymology

The official name Republic of Finland was chosen when Finland gained independence from Russia in 1917. The word Republic shows the country is 'independent' and ruled by elected leaders, so the name reminds people it is a nation of its own.